Picosats

Miniaturized non-regenerative transponders designed for CubeSats and small satellites for LEO and GEO applications available in the Ka and Ku bands

The company seeks a junior engineer to join its R&D team in Italy.

PICOSATS designs and manufactures advanced and powerful solutions to make space accessible and affordable.

Padriciano, 99 bld. E3 c/o Area Science Park I-34149 TRIESTE ITALY

PICOSATS designs and manufactures advanced and powerful solutions for CubeSats and small satellites

Tyvak International leads the **5G-LIDE (Live Demonstration)** mission for the European Space Agency (ESA), showcasing a satellite-based 5G network test. The project aims to validate in-orbit 5G connectivity technologies, supporting future space-based telecommunications infrastructure. Terran Orbital, Tyvak’s parent company, oversees the initiative as part of broader advancements in satellite communications.

Jul 2025Tyvak InternationalNews article

PICOSATS, a University of Trieste spin-off, wins the first Innovative SME of the Year award for its small satellite telecommunications systems. The startup specializes in designing and producing advanced satellite solutions. The recognition highlights its innovation in space technology applications.

Jan 2025University of TriesteNews article

Tyvak International leads a European consortium developing a nanosatellite for 5G space-based telecommunications under the ESA’s ARTES program. The satellite supports advanced services for sectors like Civil Protection, Defense, and Telemedicine. It was launched on **July 23, 2024**, from Vandenberg Space Force Base as part of the **5G-LIDE in-orbit demonstration** mission.

Jan 2025Il Sole 24 ORENews article

The University of Trieste (UniTS) and PICOSATS develop plastic microsatellites with modular, interlocking designs for lighter, more efficient spacecraft. These satellites feature integrated electrical connections between internal boards, aiming to enhance structural resilience and operational capacity. The project, called RISE, tests components on the International Space Station (ISS).

Nov 2024University of TriesteNews article